Vulnerability Description
Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 uses weak default permissions for the "Symantec\pcAnywhere\Hosts" folder, which allows local users to gain privileges by inserting a superuser .cif (aka caller or CallerID) file into the folder, and then using a pcAnywhere client to login as a local administrator.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Pcanywhere | 12.5 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21113Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1261
- http://www.digitalbullets.org/?p=3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/440448/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2874
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21113Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1261
- http://www.digitalbullets.org/?p=3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/440448/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2874
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-3784?
CVE-2006-3784 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 uses weak default permissions for the "Symantec\pcAnywhere\Hosts" folder, which allows local users to gain privileges by inserting a superuser .cif (aka caller or CallerID) fi...
How severe is CVE-2006-3784?
CVE-2006-3784 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-3784?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Pcanywhere.